For now, he said, the company is exploring ways to reimburse fans, possibly hundreds, who paid but couldn't get in. Daily admission for those over 12 was $15. The company plans to make an announcement at tampabaycomiccon.com.

In the future, he said, Action 3 will try to book the Tampa Convention Center. The next show is scheduled for Aug. 25-26. "We need a larger venue," he said.